East Midlands Development Agency

The East Midlands Development Agency (emda) was a regional government organization in England responsible for promoting economic growth, attracting investment, and supporting jobs in the East Midlands area. It provided funding and strategic planning to develop industries, improve infrastructure, and enhance skills. Emda worked with local authorities, businesses, and communities to create opportunities and boost the region’s prosperity. The agency operated from 1999 until it was abolished in 2012, with its functions absorbed into other governmental bodies, aiming to foster sustainable regional development.